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Abstract
A system and method of selectively connecting at least two articles of clothing is provided. First and second articles, which may comprise a glove and jacket sleeve or cuff, have mating geometries and at least one fastener to securely and selectively connect the two articles. In certain embodiments, magnets are provided as fasteners to connect the articles.
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- This U.S. Non-Provisional Patent Application claims the benefit of priority from U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 62/102,318, filed Jan. 12, 2015 and U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 62/118,757, filed Feb. 20, 2015, the entire disclosures of which are hereby incorporated by reference in their entireties.
- Known outwear devices generally comprise jackets with sleeves and cuffs, and gloves or mittens provided as separate components. Advanced devices, including those adapted for use in extreme or hazardous environments contemplate providing a connection or seal between a sleeve of an article and a glove or other hand or foot covering article. In certain devices, a glove member may be formed as a single material with an associated sleeve. It is also known to provide garments with selectively detachable portions, such as leg portions of a pair of pants that are removably attached by way of a zipper or hook and loop closure such that the pants may be selectively converted to a pair of shorts.
- The prior art, however, fails to provide devices and systems whereby a first article is selectively attachable to a second article by way of at least one magnet, and wherein the connection is provided such that a preferably thermally insulative seal is reliably and consistently achieved with minimal user input and enhanced user-friendliness.
- Accordingly, there exists a long-felt and unmet need to provide a system for selectively connecting articles of clothing wherein a first article or accessory is connectable to a second article or accessory with minimal effort, and wherein a desired connection and/or seal is reliably and repeatably formed between the articles. There further exists a long-felt and unmet need to provide such a system or systems that is comfortable to wear and use regardless of the situation or activity engaged in by a user or wearer.
- In various embodiments, systems and devices of the present disclosure provide a first garment or article and a second garment or article, wherein the first and second garments are selectively connectable to one another with a magnetic connection. In certain embodiments, a system is provided wherein the sleeve or cuff of a first article comprising such features is selectively connectable to a glove or mitten. Such embodiments are contemplated for use in outdoor gear, especially winter and snowsports gear. It will be expressly recognized, however, that the embodiments shown and described herein are not limited to such applications or intended uses. Indeed, devices and systems of the present disclosure are not limited to any particular application or intended use, and reference to such applications or uses are provided by way of example only.
- Various embodiments of the present invention contemplate providing an apparel dock system and method. In various embodiments, the apparel dock comprises a system and method for securing an accessory or appendage covering (e.g. glove or glove parts, boot, pants, coat or similar, helmet or hat) to an adjacent appendage covering or to a parking dock on another article. For example, in certain embodiments, a method and system is provided that comprises features adapted to allow connection or docking of an accessory (e.g. ski glove) to a portion of another article (e.g. jacket).
- In certain embodiments, an apparel docking systems comprises a first article and a second article, wherein both the first article and the second article each comprise an upper portion and a lower portion. In a preferred embodiment, at least one magnet is provided in the upper portion of the first article that is of opposite polarity and thus attracted to at least one magnet provided in an upper portion of the second article. Additionally, the lower portion of the first article comprises at least one magnet that is of the same polarity and thus opposed to at least one magnet provided in the lower portion of the second article. In such embodiments, magnet forces will repel the articles when the articles are attempted to be connected in a wrong orientation (e.g. a glove will be repelled from a sleeve or cuff if/when the glove is in an upside-down or otherwise wrong orientation).
- Various materials are contemplated for use with embodiments of the present invention. For example, it is contemplated that the systems, engagement devices, and connection members may comprise any one or more of silicon, rubber, synthetic rubber, vinyl, neoprene, textile printed material, and/or materials that could be molded, cast, extruded, or 3D printed. It is contemplated that a compression layer may comprise open cell foam, closed cell foam, gel material, neoprene, or various combinations thereof. A top layer may comprise one or more of rip-stop nylon, vinyl, cotton, fleece, or other synthetic or natural textiles. Embodiments of the present invention contemplate rare earth magnets, ferrous magnets, strip magnets, electromagnets, and various combinations thereof. Magnets may be secured to a material (e.g. riveted) or provided in a layered material. Magnets may also be adhered with adhesive or heat bonded to the exterior of any configuration or embedded (over molded, etc.) in any one or more of the layers.
- In addition to or in lieu of magnets, alternative fastener features including hook-and-loop material, buttons, locking interfaces that are comprised of male/female connections, “threaded” connections, etc. to secure the adjacent apparel articles may be provided.
- In various embodiments, the orientation of the interface between components or articles comprises an angled interface, such as a pair of mating frustoconical members. In alternative embodiments, an interface between corresponding articles is flat (i.e. 90 degrees to a longitudinal axis of a glove/sleeve combination). In further embodiments, the interface is in plane with an opening.
- In various embodiments, the interface is provided as flat, geared with intermeshing “teeth” or other features that allow for male/female-type connection, rounded faces or other notching profiles that accomplish sealing, orientation and insulation, etc. Additionally the interface material could be smooth, patterned or textured.
- In a preferred embodiment, an apparel dock system comprises a hand accessory (e.g. glove or mitten) with an engagement device on a second end, and a sleeve with a second end comprising an engagement device proximal to or in lieu of a cuff. In such embodiments, the internal diameter of the engagement device of the hand accessory is greater than an external diameter of the engagement device of the second end of the sleeve, such that the sleeve or cuff member comprises a male feature adapted to be received within the female member of the hand accessory.
- In various embodiments, connecting components comprise elastic or partially elastic features, such that the components maintain a desired shape to facilitate connection to each other but also allow for elastic deformation to allow a person's hand or appendage (for example) to pass through the component. In embodiments wherein a connection member comprises an inelastic material (e.g. plastic), such a component is contemplated as being divided into portions and interconnected by at least one elastic member such that otherwise inflexible or inelastic components comprise the ability to elastically expand and accommodate a user's hand or appendage (for example).
- In certain embodiments, carbon fiber elements are provided within certain portions of the invention to provide structural integrity. For example, in one embodiment, one or more carbon elements such as a ring of laid-up carbon or a carbon fiber mesh element is provided in a cuff portion of a garment. The carbon element is preferably overmolded with a foam and/or rubber material to conceal the carbon and provide a more comfortable user-interface. Such carbon elements provide structural integrity to a device without significantly increasing the overall weight of the garment or device. Such features may also be provided in glove members, or in both glove and garment (e.g. sleeve/cuff) members. The present invention contemplates the use of carbon in various components and wherever structural integrity and weight are concerned.
- In various embodiments, the top layer in a multi-layered embodiment is made of any flexible material including vinyl, ripstop, cotton, plant-based material, fleece, nylon, performance fabrics such as GORE-TEX™. Each of these could be smooth or textured with patterns. Apparel docks and connection members of the present invention are adapted for applications including (not limited to) snow sports, cold weather gear, industrial applications, medical applications, and/or wet applications. Some of the applications for the assembly include glove to jacket or other abdominal covering sleeve interfaces, boot to pant leg, helmet to jacket or other abdominal layer, abdominal covering to lower body covering, sleeve to vest-style covering, mid-leg to lower-leg covering, mid hand to lower hand (finger area).
- In various embodiments, the present invention comprises a garment system with embedded features for identifying an individual. Such features include, for example, GPS features and/or RFID cards, chips, tags, and/or similar features to identify an individual using an external device (e.g. a handheld scanner). Such RFID features provide various benefits including, for example, the ability to verify and confirm that an individual is authorized to use a gondola or lift service, track movement(s) of the user (including cardinal movements and elevation changes), and other similar wireless communications without the need to remove a glove or garment.
- In certain embodiments, garment systems of the present invention comprise means for communicating with a smart phone or other electronic device. For example, certain embodiments of the present invention contemplate two-way communication capabilities for at least partial operation of a smart phone or tablet device. In one embodiment, the cuff or wrist portion of a jacket and/or glove comprises user-interactive display with two-way communication capabilities with a pre-existing smart phone through known protocol such as BLUETOOTH®. Such embodiments provide the ability to answer calls, send and receive text messages, control music functions, and perform other phone or device-based functions without the need to contact or operate the phone or device directly.
- The entire engagement assembly could be 90 degrees to arm orientation or canted at any angle or axis (either engagement surface or entire device). In various embodiments, magnets are oriented at any angle or axis relative to device or engagement surface. The engagement surface could be any shape or angle/axis in terms of engagement. In various embodiments, the engagement device comprises one or more tacky surfaces that seal against each other or in combination with other surfaces/devices-such as over molded side engaging with tacky surface on the opposite side of device.
- In various embodiments, the engagement comprises an O-ring on the glove side, such that pulling the glove on would cause the O-ring to push up a gradient surface and would stretch until seating into a channel.
- In certain embodiments, it is contemplated that spring loaded buttons are molded into one side with the other side having receiving holes. Magnets, compression fittings, spring loaded components, tacky/grippy/gritty surfaces in any combination could be used to secure and/or seal the intersection/interface or parts thereof.
- In various embodiments, magnetic elements are contemplated as being provided in garments that are adapted to be placed in close communication and/or to secure garments and accessories to one another in a preferred state or position of use. Such a connection and position of use includes, for example, the connection of a glove to the cuff of a sleeve in a position wherein the glove and the sleeve are being worn by a user. Additionally, and in various embodiments, the present disclosure contemplates providing a magnet or similar securing device in various positions for securing a garment or accessing when the garment or accessory is not being worn. For example, in certain embodiments, a first garment (e.g. a jacket) comprises a tab or extension comprising a magnetic component. The magnetic component of this tab or extensions comprising a “parking” feature wherein an accessory (e.g. a glove) may be selectively secured to the first garment when the accessory is not being worn. The tab or extension may be provided proximal a waist portion of the first garment, or in any desired location where a user may wish to temporary store or “park” an accessory. In further embodiments, the first garment comprises a magnetic element for parking or storing an accessory, wherein the magnetic element is stitched or otherwise stowed within the garment and the garment is devoid of the aforementioned tab or extension. Such magnetic elements may be provided proximal a chest portion, a waist portion, or any one or more areas where it may be desirable to store an accessory when the accessory is not being worn.
- In one embodiment, a system for selectively connecting articles of clothing is provided, the system comprising a first article having a first end and a second end, a second article having a first end and a second end, the second end of said first article comprising at least one magnetic fastener. The first end of the second article comprises at least one magnetic fastener and the first end of the second article comprises a male member adapted to be received within at least a portion of the second end of the first article.
- In one embodiment, a system for selectively connecting articles of clothing is provided, the system comprising a first article comprising a glove for surrounding a hand of a user and an access hole. A second article is provided comprising a sleeve member and a cuff. The first article comprises a first connection member provided proximal to the access hole, and the second article comprises a second connection member provided proximal to the cuff. The first connection member and the second connection member are adapted to communicate with one another, and at least one of the connection members is sized to be at least partially received within a portion of the opposing member to selectively connect the first article and the second article. The first connection member comprises at least one magnet, and the second connection member comprises at least one magnet of opposite polarity as the magnet of the first connection member for selectively connecting the first article and the second article.
- in another embodiment, a system for selectively connecting articles of clothing is provided, the system comprising a first connection member adapted to be secured to a first article, and a second connection member adapted to be secured to a second article. The first connection member comprises a concave in ted or surface operable to matingly receive a convex exterior surface of the second connection member and prevent further ingress of the second connection member with respect to the first connection member. The first connection member comprises at least one magnet, and the second connection member comprises at least one magnet of opposite polarity as the magnet of the first connection member for selectively connecting the first article and the second article.
- The Summary of the Invention is neither intended nor should it be construed as being representative of the full extent and scope of the present disclosure. The present disclosure is set forth in various levels of detail in the Summary of the Invention as well as in the attached drawings and the Detailed Description of the Invention and no limitation as to the scope of the present disclosure is intended by either the inclusion or non-inclusion of elements, components, etc. in this Summary of the Invention. Additional aspects of the present disclosure will become more readily apparent from the Detailed Description, particularly when taken together with the drawings.
- Those of skill in the art will recognize that the following description is merely illustrative of the principles of the disclosure, which may be applied in various ways to provide many different alternative embodiments. This description is made for illustrating the general principles of the teachings of this disclosure invention and is not meant to limit the inventive concepts disclosed herein.
- The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and constitute a part of the specification, illustrate embodiments of the disclosure and together with the general description of the disclosure given above and the detailed description of the drawings given below, serve to explain the principles of the disclosures.
- It should be understood that the drawings are not necessarily to scale. In certain instances, details that are not necessary for an understanding of the disclosure or that render other details difficult to perceive may have been omitted. It should be understood, of course, that the disclosure is not necessarily limited to the particular embodiments illustrated herein.
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FIG. 2 is a perspective view of a system for selectively connecting articles of clothing according to the embodiment ofFIG. 1 . -
FIG. 3 is a front perspective view of a component of a system for selectively connecting articles of clothing according to the embodiment ofFIG. 1 . -
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FIG. 6a is a rear perspective view of a component of a system for selectively connecting articles of clothing. -
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FIG. 7 is a perspective view of a component of a system for selectively connecting articles of clothing according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. -
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FIG. 9 is a front perspective view of a component of a system for selectively connecting articles of clothing according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. -
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FIG. 12 is a perspective view of a component of a system for selectively connecting articles of clothing according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. -
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FIG. 15 is a rear elevation view of the component ofFIG. 12 . - The present invention has significant benefits across a broad spectrum of endeavors. To acquaint persons skilled in the pertinent arts most closely related to the present invention, a preferred embodiment of the method that illustrates the best mode now contemplated for putting the invention into practice is described herein by, and with reference to, the annexed drawings that form a part of the specification. The exemplary method is described in detail without attempting to describe all of the various forms and modifications in which the invention might be embodied. As such, the embodiments described herein are illustrative, and as will become apparent to those skilled in the art, can be modified in numerous ways within the scope and spirit of the invention.
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FIG. 1 , asystem 2 for connecting a plurality of garments 4, 6 is provided. The system preferably comprises an interface having at least one engagement device. In the embodiment ofFIG. 1 , the engagement device or connection comprises afirst connection member 8 provided integrally with or otherwise connected to a first garment 4. In the depicted embodiment, the first garment 4 comprises a jacket or shirt having a sleeve and a cuff. Thefirst connection member 8 comprises a cuff member with at least oneconnector 12 for selectively securing the first garment 4 to the second garment 6. In the depicted embodiment, the second garment 6 comprises a glove with asecond connection member 10 provided proximal an opening of the glove 6. Thesecond connection member 10 is adapted to communicate with thefirst connection member 8, and thesecond connection member 10 comprises at least oneconnector 14 for communication with theconnector 12 of thefirst connection member 8. In preferred embodiments, the connectors comprise magnets that selectively connect and attached to one another, allowing for a connection between the two garments 4, 6 and thereby minimizing or eliminating cold spots or gaps between the garments, and thereby enhancing insulative properties of thesystem 2. In preferred embodiments,connectors - In various embodiments, the
connectors first connection member 8 and thesecond connection member 10, wherein the first connection member comprises a conical or frustoconical shape and the second portion comprises a corresponding and opposite interface on a second article, such that at least two articles 4, 6 dock or “seat” in a preferred orientation. For example, in embodiments providing a glove-to-coat sleeve interface, an apparel dock system is provided wherein at least one of thefirst connection member 8 and thesecond connection member 10 comprises angle of between approximately 5 and 25 degrees and preferably approximately 10 degrees relative to a longitudinal axis L of glove to jacket connection. The opposingportion portion first connection member 8 and thesecond connection member 10 comprises a single piece of material including, for example, a plastic or rubber material. In alternative embodiments, at least one of thefirst connection member 8 and thesecond connection member 10 comprises as many individual segments as required by a particular application. Specifically, thefirst connection member 8 or thesecond connection member 10 need not necessarily comprises a single ring or component extending 360 degrees around an axis L, but may comprise discrete, separate inserts within a cuff (for example). - In certain embodiments, each side of corresponding articles comprises flanges. The flanges may be sewn, glued, riveted, compression fit, heat adhered or otherwise attached to the material available on the specific apparel it is designed for (i.e. glove side of engagement device is attached to the glove material) using various known suitable connecting means and methods, as will be recognized by one of ordinary skill in the art.
- In various embodiments, magnets are provided in the engagement device to selectively connect adjacent articles and help form a seal along an interface between adjacent pieces of apparel. Magnets are provided in cast, molded, or machined components, or in soft goods, or a combination of both. The interface between articles preferably comprises magnets in or on both articles, or a mixture of magnets and metal, or using hook-and-loop, snap buttons, standard clothing buttons or a combination of any of these or other device to secure the connection
- Embodiments of the present invention comprise magnets of any shape or size used solely or in some combination with magnetically attractive material. Magnets are embedded in or provided on the surface of an annular ring or element, to connect or seal the interface by magnetic attraction forces. Various embodiments of the present invention contemplate forming a seal between adjacent articles, such that a substantially fluid-impermeable seal is created to prevent ingress and egress of air and liquid between an interior of the combination and an external environment. However, in alternative embodiments, it is contemplated that the connection between adjacent articles need not be fluid-impermeable, but rather comprises a quick and user-friendly connection that is provided by magnets and related features as shown and described herein. It will therefore be recognized that embodiments of the present invention are not limited to devices, systems and methods wherein an air or water tight seal is created between connected articles although such embodiments are contemplated.
- In a preferred embodiment, at least one connection member comprises a ring material made of a pliable plastic, silicon, thermoplastic, rubber or rubber-like material, neoprene or any material that offers shape memory and other attributes necessary for each and every application of the dock interface.
- Connection members may comprise either one piece of material (3D sewn or woven, cast, extruded or otherwise manufactured), or may be built up as multi-layered component that could include a base layer, a foam or gel layer, and/or a top layer that encases the entire assembly and allows for the component to be stitched or heat adhered to the appropriate apparel location.
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FIG. 1 provides one embodiment of anapparel dock system 2 comprising a first garment 4 and a second garment 6. The first garment 4 comprises a sleeve with afirst connection member 8 comprising a cuff. The second garment 6 comprises a glove with asecond connection member 10 provided proximal an opening of the glove. At least one of thefirst connection member 8 and thesecond connection member 10 comprises a substantially hexagonal cross-sectional shape and an angle of approximately 10 degrees to the longitudinal axis L. The preferred geometry of the components shown inFIG. 1 , for example, help ensure correct seating of device(s).Connectors -
FIG. 2 is a perspective of the embodiment provided inFIG. 1 . As shown inFIG. 2 , a first garment 4 and a second garment 6 are provided and adapted to be selectively interconnected. The first garment 4 comprises a sleeve of a jacket or similar item, and afirst connection member 8 is attached to the first garment 4. Thefirst connection member 8 comprises at least oneconnector 12 to communicate with at least one connector provided on the second garment 6. In the embodiment provided inFIGS. 1-2 , thefirst connection member 8 is sized to be received in or nest at least partially within thesecond connection member 10. Specifically, thefirst connection member 8 comprises at least one dimension that is smaller than a dimension provided on thesecond connection member 10 and thefirst connection member 8 is adapted to be partially inserted into or be overlapped by thesecond connection member 10. Such “nesting” provides enhanced insulative properties, particularly when compared to a standard butt-joint connection. An interior portion of thefirst connection member 8 comprises afastener 16. Thefastener 16 is provided to secure thefirst connection member 8 to the first garment 4 and/or secure aconnector 12 to thefirst connection member 8. -
FIG. 3 is a perspective view of components of agarment dock system 2, wherein the components are shown in isolation from garments to be attached or associated with the components. Specifically, afirst connection member 8 is shown as being connected to asecond connection member 10. As shown, thefirst connection member 8 is at least partially nested within thesecond connection member 10. In an assembled state, theconnection members hole 22. When thesystem 2 is provided in the form of a glove-sleeve dock as is contemplated by various embodiments of the present disclosure, the through-hole comprises an aperture for receiving a hand and/or wrist. Thesecond connection member 10 comprises aflange 18 adapted for connection to a garment such as a glove. Theflange 18 comprises an extension adapted for securing garments and textiles to thesystem 2. Such garments and textiles may be secured by any one or more known methods including, but not limited to, stitching, adhering, welding, etc. -
FIG. 4 is a cross-sectional elevation view of thesystem 2 ofFIG. 3 , and taken about line A-A ofFIG. 3 . As shown inFIG. 4 , thefirst connection member 8 is received at least partially within thesecond connection member 10. Specifically, adistal end 9 of the first connection member comprises a diameter or circumference that is smaller than a proximal opening of thesecond connection member 10, allowing at least a portion of thefirst connection member 8 to be inserted and mate with the second connection member. In certain embodiments adistal end 9 of thefirst connection member 8 comprises an arcuate surface, and thesecond connection member 10 comprises a corresponding arcuate surface wherein the arcuate surfaces form a mating surface. One or more magnetic members provided on theconnection member connection members FIG. 3 , for example, thesystem 2 comprises a device that is not rotationally symmetrical such that theportions connection members - Referring again to
FIG. 4 , a proximal end of thefirst connection member 8 comprises at least one of aflange 24 and arecess 26. Theflange 24 and/orrecess 26 provide at least one connection interface for securing a garment or textile (not shown inFIG. 4 ) to theconnection member 8. -
FIG. 5 is a rear perspective view of thesystem 2 as shown inFIGS. 3-4 .FIG. 5 depicts the connection of first andsecond connection members FIG. 5 , a connection between theconnection members connectors first connection member 8 comprises at least reinforcingrib 30 to provide stiffness to the device while minimizing weight. - FIG . 6 a is a rear perspective view of a
second connector 10 according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. Amagnetic connector 14 is shown in an exploded state for illustrative purposes. As shown, at least onemagnetic connector 14 is provided wherein amagnet 34 is secured to thesecond connector 10. Themagnet 34 preferably comprises a rare earth magnet having an annular or disc shaped. It will be recognized, however, that the size and shape of the magnet may vary without deviating from the scope and spirit of the present invention. Themagnet 34 is preferably provided within amagnet housing 32 and is secured to thesecond connector 10 with arivet 36 and arivet lock washer 38. In the depicted embodiment, themagnet 34 is secured to theconnector 10 by the fasteners provided, and/or other fasteners as will be recognized by one of skill in the art. -
FIG. 6b is a front perspective view of afirst connector 8 and amagnet assembly 12 wherein certain components are provided in an exploded view. Amagnetic connector 12 is shown in an exploded state for illustrative purposes. As shown, at least onemagnetic connector 12 is provided wherein amagnet 34 is secured to thesecond connector 8. Themagnet 34 preferably comprises a rare earth magnet having an annular or disc shape. It will be recognized, however, that the size and shape of the magnet may vary without deviating from the scope and spirit of the present invention. Themagnet 34 is preferably provided within amagnet housing 32 and is secured to thesecond connector 8 with arivet 36 and arivet lock washer 38. In the depicted embodiment, themagnet 34 is secured to theconnector 8 by the fasteners provided, and/or other fasteners as will be recognized by one of skill in the art. Themagnet 34 ofFIG. 6b preferably comprises a magnet of opposite polarity as themagnet 34 shown inFIG. 6a . As such, themagnets 34 of respectivefirst connector 8 andsecond connector 10 are adapted to attract one another and provide a securing force between theconnectors FIG. 5 , for example). -
FIG. 7 is a perspective view of afirst connector 8 and asecond connector 10 interconnected to one another, and wherein garments are not shown as being connected for the purposes of illustration. As shown and described herein, garments such as sleeves and gloves may be secured to theflange 18 of thesecond connector 10 and/or theflange 24 of thefirst connector 8. -
FIG. 8 is a cross-sectional view of thesystem 2 shown inFIG. 7 , and taken at line B-B ofFIG. 7 . As shown inFIG. 8 ,respective magnets 34 associated with thefirst connector 8 and thesecond connector 10 are provided in communication with one another and enable a connection between theconnectors -
FIGS. 9-10 are perspective views of aconnection member 52 according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. Theconnection member 52 is shown in isolation, and is adapted to be secured to a garment (e.g. a glove) and be selectively connectable with an additional connection member as shown and described herein. As shown inFIGS. 9-10 , theconnection member 52 compriseslip 58 at a proximal end, and aflange 56 extending from the distal end of theconnection member 52. Theconnection member 52 comprises a body portion provided therebetween, which preferably comprises a tapered portion such that an opening at a proximal side of theportion 52 is larger than an opposing opening at the distal end of theconnection member 52. Anaperture 54 is provided to accommodate a body part of a user. A plurality ofseats 60 are provided on an exterior portion of theconnection member 52. Theseats 60 are provided and adapted to receive magnetic devices (not shown inFIGS. 9-10 ) that are adapted to attract and/or communicate with additional magnetic devices. In various embodiments, theseats 60 comprise cut-outs or recesses in an exterior sidewall of theconnection member 52 that are molded with the connection member or later cut-out from the same. Theconnection member 52, which preferably comprises a cuff or collar portion of a glove in a fully-assembled state, may be formed from any number of materials. In preferred embodiments, theconnection member 52 comprises a rubber such that a durable and partially-deformable device is provided. -
FIG. 11 is a side elevation view of theconnection member 52 according to the embodiment ofFIGS. 9-10 . As shown, theconnection member 52 comprises ashoulder portion 69. Theshoulder portion 69 comprises an arcuate feature, wherein an interior portion of theshoulder portion 69 comprises a mating surface or contact point for a second connection member, as shown and described herein. -
FIG. 12 is a rear perspective view of asecond connection member 62 according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. Thesecond connection member 62 ofFIG. 12 comprises a device that is adapted to provided in communication with and/or secured to a garment, and preferably a cuff or end portion of a sleeve. Thesecond connection member 62 is adapted to communicate with thefirst connection member 52 shown and described with respect toFIGS. 9-11 . Thesecond connection member 62 comprises an annular member adapted to be at least partially received within thefirst connection member 52. Thesecond connection member 62 preferably comprises afirst sidewall 66 and asecond sidewall 72 with a gap or void 70 provided therebetween. In the depicted embodiment, thefirst sidewall 66 comprises an interior surface and a plurality of fins orribs 64 extending substantially parallel to a longitudinal axis. Theribs 64 are provided to enhance the rigidity and structural integrity of theconnection member 62, while reducing weight. Additionally, theribs 64 provide an additional benefit of reducing a contact area with a user's skin and promoting air flow along the user's skin and/or through thedevice 62. -
FIG. 13 is a side elevation view of the second connection member of the embodiment ofFIG. 12 . As shown, thesecond connection member 62 comprises afirst sidewall 66 and asecond sidewall 72 with a void 70 provided therebetween. Thesecond sidewall 72 comprises alip 68 at a proximal end thereof. The void 70 may house or contain reinforcing ribs and/or magnetic devices for selectively connecting thesecond connection member 62 with thefirst connection member 52. -
FIG. 14 is a perspective view of theconnection member 62 according to the embodiment ofFIG. 13 . As shown inFIG. 14 , for example, adistal end 74 of theconnection member 62 comprises a convex or bullet shaped feature that is adapted to be received within the first connection member. Thesecond connection member 62 is preferably matingly received within the first connection member and selectively secured by at least two corresponding magnetic elements. -
FIG. 15 is a rear elevation view of thesecond connection member 62 according toFIG. 14 . As shown, the second connection member comprises at least onechamber 80 for receiving a magnetic element. In preferred embodiments, a plurality ofchambers 80 are provided and distributed around a circumference of thesecond connection member 62. Thechambers 80 comprise sidewalls for receiving at least one magnet and confining the magnet in preferred location and/or position such that the magnet is not allowed to migrate in the void 70 that extends around the circumference of themember 62. Preferably, the chamber(s) 80 are provided such that they correspond with or are aligned withseats 60 provided on the first connection member and such that magnetic elements may be aligned to enable connection between theconnection members chambers 80 may receive one or more magnetic elements in a press-fit manner, or the magnets may be covered or sealed within thechambers 80 after placement therein. - While various features are described herein with respect to one or more embodiments, it will be expressly understood that such features are not limited or exclusive to a particular embodiment. For example, the magnet connecting features of
FIGS. 6a-6b may be provided with any one or more embodiments shown and described herein. Additionally, the ribs (FIG. 12 ,item 64, for example) are not exclusive to the embodiment ofFIG. 12 and may be included with various embodiments shown and described herein. It will be recognized that the drawings and related discussions herein are for illustrative purposes, and no limitation is provided herewith with respect to combining and/or substituting various components and features discussed herein between different embodiments. - Various features and embodiments of trailer devices have been provided herein. It will be recognized, however, that various features are not necessarily specific to certain embodiments and may be provided on any one or more embodiments. For example, various hot water pressure washing features may be provided on a trailer with any one or more braking mechanisms as shown and described herein. The present disclosure and embodiments provided herein are not mutually exclusive and may be combined, substituted, and omitted. The scope of the invention(s) provided herein is thus not limited to any particular embodiment, drawing, or particular arrangement of features.
- While various embodiments of the present invention have been described in detail, it is apparent that modifications and alterations of those embodiments will occur to those skilled in the art. However, it is to be expressly understood that such modifications and alterations are within the scope and spirit of the present invention. Further, the invention(s) described herein are capable of other embodiments and of being practiced or of being carried out in various ways. In addition, it is to be understood that the phraseology and terminology used herein is for the purposes of description and should not be regarded as limiting. The use of “including,” “comprising,” or “adding” and variations thereof herein are meant to encompass the items listed thereafter and equivalents thereof, as well as, additional items.
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1. A system for selectively connecting articles of clothing, the system comprising:
a first article having a first end and a second end;
a second article having a first end and a second end;
the second end of the first article comprising a first connection member, and the first end of the second article comprising a second connection member;
wherein the first connection member and the second connection member are adapted to communicate with one another and wherein the second connection member is sized to be at least partially received within a portion of the first connection member to selectively connect the first article and the second article;
the first connection member comprising at least one magnet, and the second connection member comprising at least one magnet of opposite polarity as the magnet of the first connection member for selectively connecting the first article and the second article; and
wherein a magnetic attraction between the magnets is operable to maintain the first article in communication with the second article until a user applies a removal force to at least one of the first article and the second article.
2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the first article comprises a glove.
3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the second article comprises a sleeve of a jacket.
4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the first connection member comprises an annular feature.
5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the second connection member comprises an annular feature.
6. The system of claim 1 , wherein said second end of said first connection member comprises an upper portion and a lower portion, said upper portion comprising at least one magnet of a first polarity, and said lower portion comprising at least one magnet of a second polarity, said second polarity comprising an opposite polarity of said first polarity.
7. The system of claim 6 , wherein the first end of the second article comprises an upper portion and a lower portion, the upper portion comprising at least one magnet of a first polarity, and the lower portion comprising at least one magnet of a second polarity, the second polarity comprising an opposite polarity of the first polarity.
8. The system of claim 7 , wherein at least one magnet of the upper portion of the first article is attracted to at least one magnet of the upper portion of the second article, and at least one magnet of the lower portion of the first article is repelled by at least one magnet of the upper portion of the second article.
9. A system for selectively connecting articles of clothing, the system comprising:
a first article comprising a glove for surrounding a hand of a user and an access hole;
a second article comprising a sleeve member and a cuff;
the first article comprising a first connection member provided proximal to the access hole;
the second article comprising a second connection member provided proximal to the cuff;
wherein the first connection member and the second connection member are adapted to communicate with one another and wherein at least one of the connection members is sized to be at least partially received within a portion of the opposing member to selectively connect the first article and the second article;
the first connection member comprising at least one magnet, and the second connection member comprising at least one magnet of opposite polarity as the magnet of the first connection member for selectively connecting the first article and the second article.
10. The system of claim 9 , wherein at least one of the first connection member and the second connection member comprises a rubber.
11. The system of claim 9 , wherein the first connection member extends around a substantial entirety of the access hole.
12. The system of claim 9 , wherein the first connection member comprises an annular feature.
13. The system of claim 9 , wherein the second connection member comprises an annular feature.
14. The system of claim 9 , wherein the second end of the first connection member comprises an upper portion and a lower portion, the upper portion comprising at least one magnet of a first polarity, and the lower portion comprising at least one magnet of a second polarity, the second polarity comprising an opposite polarity of the first polarity.
15. The system of claim 14 , wherein the first end of the second article comprises an upper portion and a lower portion, the upper portion comprising at least one magnet of a first polarity, and the lower portion comprising at least one magnet of a second polarity, the second polarity comprising an opposite polarity of the first polarity.
16. The system of claim 15 , wherein at least one magnet of the upper portion of the first article is attracted to at least one magnet of the upper portion of the second article, and at least one magnet of the lower portion of the first article is repelled by at least one magnet of the upper portion of the second article.
17. The system of claim 9 , wherein the second connector is received at least partially within the first connector, and wherein an overlap between the connectors is operable to provide thermal insulation to a user wearing the first and second articles.
18. A system for selectively connecting articles of clothing, the system comprising:
a first connection member adapted to be secured to a first article;
a second connection member adapted to be secured to a second article;
wherein the first connection member comprises a concave interior surface operable to matingly receive a convex exterior surface of the second connection member and prevent further ingress of the second connection member with respect to the first connection member;
the first connection member comprising at least one magnet, and the second connection member comprising at least one magnet of opposite polarity as the magnet of the first connection member for selectively connecting the first article and the second article.
19. The system of claim 18 , wherein the first article comprises a glove and the first connection member is secured thereto by at least one of gluing, stitching, and welding.
20. The system of claim 18 , wherein the second article comprises a sleeve and the second connection member is secured thereto by at least one of gluing, stitching, and welding.
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